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Headlines was-Intel readies Baytrail for holidays.
Highlights Next-Generation 22nm Intel Atom Processor Products Aimed at Tablets
and Smartphones, and Demonstrates Global 4G LTE Solution
NEWS HIGHLIGHTS
* Next-generation 22nm Intel AtomTM processor-based SoC for tablets based on
Silvermont microarchitecture to include quad core processing, Gen 7 graphics,
support for DX11, full HD, Intel Burst Technology 2.0, hardware-based security
features, 2x CPU improvement and 3x graphics improvement1 and support for
Windows* and Android*.
* Highlights recent momentum around the Intel Atom processor Z2580 with the
Lenovo* K900 and ASUS* Fonepad Note FHD6 and ASUS* MeMO Pad FHD 10
announcements.
* New Samsung GALAXY Tab 3 10.1-inch, equipped with Intel`s 3G and 4G LTE
solutions, and powered by the Intel Atom processor-based SoC ("Clover Trail+")
platform for Android* tablets.
* Demonstrates Intel XMM 7160 multimode 4G LTE solution, now in final
interoperability testing (IOT) with Tier 1 service providers across North
America, Europe and Asia.
TAIPEI, Taiwan--(Business Wire)--
COMPUTEX - At an industry event in Taipei today, Hermann Eul, general manager of
Intel`s Mobile and Communications Group, unveiled new details about the
company`s forthcoming Intel Atom processor-based SoC for tablets ("Bay Trail-T")
due in market for holiday this year.
Based on the new Silvermont microarchitecture, the next generation 22nm Intel
technology for tablets and ultra-mobile devices will enable sleek designs with 8
or more hours of battery life2 and weeks of standby, as well as support Android*
and Windows 8.1*.
Eul also spoke to recent momentum and announcements around the smartphone
business and demonstrated the Intel XMM 7160 multimode 4G LTE solution, now in
final interoperability testing (IOT) with Tier 1 service providers across North
America, Europe and Asia.
"The mobile category is undergoing a tremendous amount of innovation and
constant change," said Eul. "As we look at growing it, we continue to invest in
and accelerate our efforts across all aspects of mobility with a focus on
smartphones, tablets and wireless communications. Intel`s unique assets will
enable more compelling and differentiated products and experiences, while at the
same time helping to shape and lead markets in the future."
Next-Generation 22nm Intel Atom Processor-based SoC for Tablets and 2-in-1s
Building on the progress of the Intel Atom processor Z2760, the new products
will deliver efficient, quad core processing that doubles the performance over
the previous generation, according to Eul.
The next-generation Intel Atom processor-based SoC for tablets ("Bay Trail")
provides the best balance of performance, features and battery life, he added.
Taking full advantage of the broad spectrum of capabilities enabled by Intel`s
design, microarchitecture, 22nm tri-gate transistor technology, and leading-edge
manufacturing, Intel can quickly scale up and down in performance and power
efficiency to address various market and product needs. With the new 22nm
Silvermont architecture, Intel delivers industry-leading performance with fewer
cores, allowing Intel platforms to bring to life incremental features and
capabilities.
Eul discussed Intel`s focus on enabling a richer media and content experience by
improving graphics performance. He then highlighted the tablet platform`s new
Gen 7 graphics that will offer more than three times the graphics capabilities1,
with support for DX11 for expanded PC application and game support.
The new Intel Atom processor-based platform comes equipped with hardware-based
security with McAfee Live Safe. This digital life protection suite keeps online
identity private, protects from phishing attacks and keeps data secure while
protecting the devices.
Intel`s next-generation Atom processor for tablets will provide the benefits of
both performance and productivity. Any task performed on a tablet or 2-in-1
device, from light photo editing to office productivity, becomes much faster and
more interactive. People will see increased capability and richer content and
will be able to play popular 3-D games on these sleek, battery-efficient devices
than previously possible.
Bay Trail also represents the first time Intel is offering its customers a
mobile platform solution that is flexible with regard to operating system and
the company will provide the same great Intel tablet performance and
high-resolution graphics at cost savings to consumers.
Enabling Mobile Devices with Intel Inside
Intel platform and enabling programs have been the foundation of OEM and ODM
innovation for decades. Eul said the company is currently focused on work with
leading ODMs and OEMs to speed time-to-market of leading-edge mobile devices
based on Intel technology.
Intel`s platform and ecosystem enabling efforts will be focused initially on
Intel Atom processor-based tablets running Android* and Windows*. The company is
providing pre-qualified solutions with simplified building blocks to scale
designs quickly for mature and emerging markets.
Eul said that the Taiwanese ecosystem is vital to this effort and will bring
speed, scale and exciting new innovation.
Long-Term Evolution (4G LTE)
Intel`s strategy is to deliver leading low-power, globalmodem solutions that
work across multiple bands, regions and devices.
Intel`s XMM 7160 is one of the world`s smallest and lowest-power
multimode-multiband LTE solutions. The modem supports 15 LTE bands
simultaneously, and also includes a highly configurable RF architecture running
real-time algorithms for envelope tracking and antenna tuning that enables
cost-efficient multiband configurations, extended battery life and global LTE
roaming in a single SKU.
Eul demonstrated the solution by showcasing a Bay Trail-based tablet over an LTE
network connection, and said that Intel will begin shipments of multimode data
4G LTE in the coming weeks following final IOT with Tier 1 service providers in
North America, Europe and Asia.
Intel in Smartphones and Tablets
Eul also highlighted recent momentum with the "Clover Trail+".
Jerry Shen, ASUS CEO, joined Eul on stage to showcase two innovative Intel-based
devices -- the ASUS Fonepad Note FHD 6 and the ASUS MeMO Pad FHD 10.
The ASUS Fonepad Note FHD 6 features the Intel Atom processor Z2560. It has a
display brightness rating of 450 nits so it can be used outdoors under bright
sunshine, while twin speakers with ASUS SonicMaster* technology guarantees
optimized high definition audio. In addition, the bundled stylus enables quick,
accurate input on ASUS-exclusive note-taking apps.
The ASUS MeMO Pad FHD 10 also features the Intel Atom processor Z2560 1.6GHz and
a 1920 x 1200 Full HD IPS display for vivid visuals with 178-degree wide viewing
angles. It features stereo speakers with SonicMaster audio technology, a 10-inch
screen ideal for entertainment, 1080p video playback and handheld gaming.
The ASUS MeMO Pad FHD 10 includes Intel Hyper-Threading Technology for improved
graphics performance and increased energy efficiency. The slim design has a
1.2-megapixel front-facing camera and a 5-megapixel rear-facing camera with
autofocus for impressive photos. It is just 9.5mm thick and 580g light, and its
lithium polymer battery lasts for up to 10 hours.
Intel announced that the new Samsung GALAXY Tab 3 10.1-inch is powered by the
Intel Atom processor Z2560 ("Clover Trail+"). Additionally, the new Samsung
GALAXY Tab 3 10.1-inch tablet will come equipped with Intel`s XMM 6262 3G modem
solution or Intel`s XMM 7160 4G LTE solution.
Lenovo* recently announced the general availability of the Lenovo K900
smartphone with Intel Inside. The handset, based on the Intel Atom processor
Z2580 phone chip, is now available in China and very shortly in India,
Indonesia, Malaysia, Russia, Thailand, the Philippines and Vietnam. Additional
markets will be announced in the near future. The Lenovo K900 combines powerful
performance with elegant design and user-friendly capabilities such as an
advanced camera and rich, immersive HD graphics.
Building on this, ZTE also disclosed the ZTE Grand X2 IN smartphone with Intel
Inside and the ZTE GEEK. Featuring the Intel Atom processor Z2580, the
smartphones are scheduled to be available in Europe and then China in the second
half of this year.
Looking forward, Eul highlighted Intel`s next Atom processor-based SoC for
smartphones, codenamed "Merrifield." Taking advantage of the new, versatile 22nm
Silvermont microarchitecture, Merrifield will enable a performance increase of
greater than 50 percent and will also increase battery life over
current-generation "Clover Trail+" product offerings. The platform also brings
support for contextual awareness and personal services via an integrated sensor
hub, and increased data, device and privacy protection.
About Intel
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1Compared to the Intel Atom Processor Z2760 Platform
2Based on a 30W Hour battery on 19x10 resolution on 10.1" display. Higher
resolution will require larger battery. Active use measured as 1080/30 fps local
video playback. Battery life may differ based on SKU and SoC performance.
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